Program Assistant Supervisor - Lysle Home Place (McKeesport, PA)

Purpose:Lysle Home Place is a long term 13 bed facility. The past few years we have been moving toward a more clinical approach. Our facility has seen some long-term clients move to nursing bringing in new patients and we have also had new staff members join our team. The ideal candidate will have problem solving ability even during high stress situations, willingness to learn from others and desire to also pass on knowledge/skills, good time management and executive skills, and familiarity with ethical issues, policies, and procedures.This position will work out of Lysle Home Place in McKeesport, PA. 624 Lysle Blvd McKeesport PA. This position works Monday through Friday with daylight hours, and on-call rotation. Expected to be available to work weekends, holidays, off hours to provide coverage as needed. The dress code is mostly business casual. Parking is free and located next to the building.The incumbent is responsible for the coordination of consumer services and plans. Also, he/she is responsible for the specific duties listed below, when directed by supervisory staff and will complete supervisory responsibilities, under the direction of the Director, in the program supervisors absence.Responsibilities:· In conjunction with Program Supervisor, Assistant Supervisor will assist and educate direct reports.· Reviews program budget on a monthly basis and practices fiscal conservatism when ordering supplies.· Assist Program Supervisor with various reports and payroll responsibilities.· Participates in the on-call rotation to meet program requirements.· Monitor consumer records to ensure compliance with regulatory bodies.· Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with consumers, members of the treatment teams and other agency professionals.· Engages and supports consumers with their goals and individualized plans.· Coordinates staff schedule for 24 hours/7-day coverage, when necessary, facilitates and directs staff schedule changes to meet program needs.· Consults with families and consumers for collateral information.· Conducts and assists in planning therapeutic activities/groups.· Completes necessary documentation for referrals, admissions and discharges.· Completes documentation to include end of the month statistics such as population summaries and quality.· Assists with transporting consumers to scheduled appointments and activities as well as performing direct care responsibilities and maintaining a caseload, when necessary· Assists supervisor with maintaining employee training information and files for current and new employees. Assists supervisor with interviewing potential employees and onboarding of new hires. Assists in orientation/training for new staff under the direction of the Program Supervisor.· Assist Program Supervisor with applicable licensing visits.· Bachelor’s degree and (1) one year related experience.· Will consider any equivalent combination of experience and training as approved by regulatory bodies and Program Director.· Extensive knowledge of crisis intervention techniques.· Extensive knowledge of theories, principles, and techniques related to services provided.· If applicable, familiarity with medication monitoring practices. Knowledge of Microsoft word and ExcelLicensure, Certifications, and Clearances:· Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)· Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)· Driver's License· Act 34· OAPSAUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran